2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2010 Toyota Sienna

To start off, 2010 Toyota Sienna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 147 kg more than 2009 Cadillac CTS.

Because 2009 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac CTS (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Sienna. 2010 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2009 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2009 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Cadillac CTS 2010 Toyota Sienna
Make Cadillac Toyota
Model CTS Sienna
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3564 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 307 HP 266 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 374 Nm 332 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 4700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1788 kg 1935 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 5105 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1966 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 76 L


 

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